2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sedona | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |