2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
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 Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto 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 96 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sedona | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
