2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sedona. (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
