2005 Kia Sedona vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Kia Sedona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 116 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sedona | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sedona | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2490 mm |
