2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2009 Honda Stream
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sedona 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 (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 191 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 2009 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Sedona | Stream |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
