1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 685 kg more than 1972 Dodge Challenger.
Because 1972 Dodge Challenger 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 1972 Dodge Challenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Challenger | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
