2002 Infiniti I35 vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I35 (255 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I35 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti I35 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I35. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I35.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti I35 | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | I35 | Sedona |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1516 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |