2004 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | MDX | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |
