2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2012 Kia Sedona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 96 kg more than 2012 Kia Sedona.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sedona. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Pathfinder | Sedona |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 336 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |