2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
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 Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 86 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sedona | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
