2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2005 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 37 kg more than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2005 Kia Sedona | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Acadia | Sedona |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 296 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |