2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2006 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 662 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.

Compare all specifications:

2008 GMC Acadia 2006 Kia Sedona
Make GMC Kia
Model Acadia Sedona
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 3785 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 275 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2142 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 80 L


 

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