2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2005 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 218 kg more than 2005 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (410 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2005 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Commander | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
