1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2004 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2004 Kia Sedona is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1398 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. 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, 2004 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 2004 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Festiva | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2920 mm |
