1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 444 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Buick LeSabre 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 1990 Buick LeSabre. 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | LeSabre | Sedona |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |