2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Tucson | Sedona |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |