2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2006 Lexus LX
To start off, both 2006 Kia Sedona and 2006 Lexus LX were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LX weights approximately 91 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona. 2006 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sedona has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sedona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2006 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Sedona | LX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 96 L |
