2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Terracan | Sedona |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |