2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sportage.
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 (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage. 2006 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sedona | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |