2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Durango and 2006 Kia Sedona were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 669 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona. 2006 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sedona has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sedona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Durango | Sedona |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |