2003 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Legend weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona.
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, 2008 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Legend | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Legend | Sedona |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |