2005 Kia Sedona vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 5 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 509 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2010 Nissan 370Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sedona | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sedona | 370Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |