2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sedona weights approximately 486 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2004 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Charger | Sedona |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 296 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |