2004 Kia Sedona vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 3. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sedona weights approximately 938 kg more than 2003 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 3. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sedona | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sedona | 3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
