2004 Kia Sedona vs. 2011 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2011 Kia Sedona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sedona weights approximately 194 kg more than 2011 Kia Sedona.
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, 2011 Kia Sedona (336 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2011 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sedona | 2011 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sedona | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
