2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2006 Kia Sedona and 2006 Nissan Quest contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2006 Kia Sedona and the 2006 Nissan Quest.
When comparing the 2006 Kia Sedona's and the 2006 Nissan Quest's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Kia Sedona has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2006 Nissan Quest has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2006 Kia Sedona's and the 2006 Nissan Quest's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Nissan Quest is a better car than the 2006 Kia Sedona.
Pricing: A used 2006 Kia Sedona ranges from $2,598 to $8,124 while a used 2006 Nissan Quest is priced between $1,050 to $9,178.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2006 Kia Sedona’s base engine makes 242 horsepower, and the 2006 Nissan Quest base engine makes 240 horsepower. The Sedona is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 483 miles. The Quest is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles.This gives the 2006 Nissan Quest the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2006 Kia Sedona the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The 2006 Nissan Quest has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2006 Kia Sedona, a minivan, has the advantage in the area of cargo space. The 2006 Kia Sedona and 2006 Nissan Quest are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Safety Ratings: The 2006 Kia Sedona has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
23895
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Minivans)
22909
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Minivans)
17995 - 29325
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
24755
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Minivans)
22909
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Minivans)
17995 - 29325
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
5055
Price Range:
2598 - 8124
Category Avg Price:
(Minivans)
5181
Category Avg Price Range:
(Minivans)
3932 - 6540
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
11
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
169388
# Good or Great Deals:
4
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
5149
Price Range:
1050 - 9178
Category Avg Price:
(Minivans)
5181
Category Avg Price Range:
(Minivans)
3932 - 6540
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
5
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
180236
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Kia Sedona Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Nissan Quest Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2006 Kia Sedona
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2006 Nissan Quest
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.2135786028597595
Typical Category Recalls:
(Minivans)
2.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Minivans)
1.0 - 9.5
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.3522906601482874
Typical Category Recalls:
(Minivans)
2.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Minivans)
1.0 - 9.5
Kia Sedona Rankings
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5 out of / 5Nissan Quest Rankings
Summary Review
Shoppers seeking an alternative to the Honda Odyssey may find it in the Kia Sedona. The Sedona is a modern minivan with a satisfying luxurious ride in its top trims.
Summary Review
The Quest was a Nissan Minivan available from 1993 through 2017. Now discontinued, it's still available in the used vehicle market. Sales in its final years were low, so finding one may be a challenge.
Pros and Cons
- Modern infotainment system
- Standard V6 power
- Best minivan warranty in America
- Standard spare tire
- About to be discontinued
- LX trim lacks common safety features
Pros and Cons
- Solid reliability ratings
- Low used market demand means low purchase price
- Poor IIHS crash test results
- Outdated infotainment systems in used models
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2006 Kia Sedona Trim Levels
EX, LX
2006 Nissan Quest Trim Levels
3.5, 3.5 S Special Edition, 3.5 SE, 3.5 SL
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
242 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
251 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
242 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 483 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
340 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Captain's seat:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Captain's seat:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Available
Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.3 inches
Cargo Space:
32.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
80.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
204.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
41.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
66.2 inches
Cargo Space:
32.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
80.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
211.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4387 lbs
Width:
78.1 inches
Height:
69.3 inches
Length:
202 inches
Wheelbase:
118.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4040 lbs
Width:
77.6 inches
Height:
71.9 inches
Length:
204.1 inches
Wheelbase:
124 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/65R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Midnight Black
Blue
Glacier Blue / Velvet Blue
Gold
Sunset Gold
Gray
Olive Gray
Red
Claret Red
Silver
Silver
White
White
Beige
Not available
Green
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Galaxy Black Metallic
Blue
Majestic Blue Metallic
Gold
Not available
Gray
Smoke Metallic
Red
Red Brawn Metallic
Silver
Silver Mist Metallic
White
Nordic White Pearl
Beige
Coral Sand Metallic
Green
Jade Metallic
