2008 Honda Stream vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Stream would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 156 kg more than 2008 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Stream | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Stream | Sedona |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |