2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 394 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Sedona | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
