2004 Kia Sedona vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2004 Kia Sedona and 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 61 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sedona weights approximately 582 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sedona | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sedona | Outlander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
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 | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 176 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |