2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2009 Kia Sedona and 2009 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sedona | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 187 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
