2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback 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 Kia Sedona (343 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sedona | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
