2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sedona | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
