2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 71 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sedona | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
