2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Kia Sedona

To start off, both 2005 Dodge Nitro and 2005 Kia Sedona were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 313 kg more than 2005 Dodge Nitro.

Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Nitro 2005 Kia Sedona
Make Dodge Kia
Model Nitro Sedona
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3704 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 296 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 86 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1865 kg 2178 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2920 mm


 

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