2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sedona and 2008 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 367 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sedona | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sedona | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 224 HP |
Torque | 225 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |