2004 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Escalade | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
