2009 Ford Flex vs. 2005 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1121 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Ford Flex is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex 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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 2005 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Flex | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
