2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 3 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 375 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sedona | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
