2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carens 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 49 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 485 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sedona | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sedona | Carens |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |