2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2006 Kia Sedona and 2006 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R 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 R (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sedona | R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
