2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sedona and 2008 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
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2008 Kia Sedona | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sedona | Outback |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 243 HP |
Torque | 224 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 8.5 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 | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |