2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1995 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Crew 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 66 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Crew.
Because 1995 Nissan Crew is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Crew. 2006 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Crew has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Crew will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 1995 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sedona | Crew |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
