2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Altea would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea.
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 (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (204 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea. 2006 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Sedona | Altea |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |