2004 Kia Sedona vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Kia Sedona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sedona weights approximately 912 kg more than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2001 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sedona | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sedona | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2360 mm |
