2005 Kia Sedona vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sedona would be higher. 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 42 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 998 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (201 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sedona | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sedona | 5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 201 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |