2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio 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 91 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio.
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) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sedona | Rio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
