2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 450 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sedona | T5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
