2005 Kia Sedona vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 4 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, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Rodius.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2009 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (312 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2009 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sedona | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Sedona | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
