2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Kia Sedona 2002 Acura CL
Make Kia Acura
Model Sedona CL
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3497 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 65 L


 

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