2006 Acura RL vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | RL | Sedona |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |