2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sedona. (264 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1187 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Ram | Sedona |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 691 Nm | 350 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |