2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 5 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 303 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 2011 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Sedona | RDX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
