2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (343 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sedona | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
