2005 Kia Sedona vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2005 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 303 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sedona | 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sedona | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 81 L |
