2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 4 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 92 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 747 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sedona | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sedona | Navara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |