2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,834 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 605 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (346 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sedona | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 81 L |
