2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 6 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 64 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura MDX 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, 2012 Acura MDX 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, 2012 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2012 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Sedona | MDX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
