2004 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 986 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
