2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 247 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 233 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Ridgeline | Sedona |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |