2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Sedona (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sedona | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
