2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 239 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sedona | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
