2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 930 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Kia Sedona (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2003 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sedona | Swift |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
