2005 Kia Sedona vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 586 kg more than 2005 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Yukon 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 2011 GMC Yukon. 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (565 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sedona | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Kia | GMC |
| Model | Sedona | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 2673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
