2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2008 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sedona | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |