2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sedona 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 7 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 63 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sedona | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
