2005 Acura RSX vs. 2007 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RSX would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX.

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, 2007 Kia Sedona (343 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Acura RSX 2007 Kia Sedona
Make Acura Kia
Model RSX Sedona
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 3786 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 343 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.4:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.9 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 80 L


 

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