2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sedona | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
