2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Sedona | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
