2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2006 Kia Sedona and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sedona | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |