2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2011 Kia Sedona is newer by 3 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sedona weights approximately 848 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sedona. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sedona.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Nissan Pathfinder 2011 Kia Sedona
Make Nissan Kia
Model Pathfinder Sedona
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3952 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 266 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 391 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 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 1136 kg 1984 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 5131 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1829 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3020 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L


 

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