2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Veracruz | Sedona |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |