2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, both 2006 Kia Sedona and 2006 Nissan Frontier 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Frontier 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 2006 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sedona | Frontier |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2501 cc |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 343 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3200 mm |