2010 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2011 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2011 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sedona. (271 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 604 kg more than 2011 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Infiniti QX56 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Infiniti QX56. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (532 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sedona. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Infiniti QX56 | 2011 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | QX56 | Sedona |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5600 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 532 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2588 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5255 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1976 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3129 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |