1987 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 25 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1987 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 835 kg more than 1987 Renault 25. 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, 2010 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 25 | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 25 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
