2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 Kia Sedona were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | 300 | Sedona |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |