2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 281 kg more than 2009 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona. 2009 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sedona has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sedona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Liberty | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Liberty | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
