2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 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 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sedona | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
