2010 Kia Sedona vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 223 kg more than 2011 Kia Sorento.
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, 2010 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Sedona | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sedona | Sorento |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1767 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |