2006 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sedona weights approximately 463 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2004 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escape | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
