1982 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Visa | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
