2005 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2005 Kia Sedona

To start off, both 2005 Isuzu VehiCross 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 337 kg more than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross.

Because 2005 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Isuzu VehiCross 2005 Kia Sedona
Make Isuzu Kia
Model VehiCross Sedona
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3165 cc 3489 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 212 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 296 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 2087 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2920 mm


 

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