2008 Hyundai H100 vs. 2008 Kia Sedona

To start off, both 2008 Hyundai H100 and 2008 Kia Sedona were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Hyundai H100.

Because 2008 Hyundai H100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Hyundai H100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Sedona (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai H100.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai H100 2008 Kia Sedona
Make Hyundai Kia
Model H100 Sedona
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2607 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 0 HP
Torque 167 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 91.1 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 82.8 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1975 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 5010 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.1 L/100km 12.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 75 L


 

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