2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 3 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 779 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura MDX 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, 2012 Acura MDX 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sedona. (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 2012 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Sedona | MDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
