2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 454 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Pathfinder | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
