2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. Both 2005 Hyundai Terracan and 2008 Kia Sedona are equipped with a 2,902 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 700 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Terracan | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Terracan | Sedona |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |