2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 715 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sorento | Sedona |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |