1957 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 480 kg more than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen Interceptor | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | Interceptor | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
