2005 Kia Sedona vs. 1996 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2005 Kia Sedona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1996 Nissan Presea. 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, 2005 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Presea. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sedona | 1996 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sedona | Presea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2590 mm |
