2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 135 kg more 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (325 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sedona | Diamante |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |