2005 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. 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, 2010 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Altis | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Altis | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3020 mm |
