2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan Roadster would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 730 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
Because 2005 Morgan Roadster 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 2005 Morgan Roadster. 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, 2005 Morgan Roadster (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
Make | Kia | Morgan |
Model | Sedona | Roadster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2500 mm |