2005 Kia Sedona vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sedona and 2005 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1038 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sedona | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sedona | 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1598 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 | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 148 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |