2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sedona and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,771 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sedona | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
