2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2009 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 301 kg more than 2000 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda S-MX 2009 Kia Sedona
Make Honda Kia
Model S-MX Sedona
Year Released 2000 2009
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1973 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 130 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3700 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1631 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3030 mm