2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2009 Kia Sedona and 2009 Kia Optima were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima. 2009 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Optima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 2009 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sedona | Optima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
