2005 Kia Sedona vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 is newer by 7 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 22 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 200. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 200. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sedona | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Kia | Chrysler |
| Model | Sedona | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
