1972 Ford LTD 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 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford LTD (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 405 kg more than 1972 Ford LTD.
Because 1972 Ford LTD 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 Ford LTD. 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 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford LTD | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | LTD | Sedona |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3927 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |