1990 Ford Festiva vs. 2010 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva 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 187 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1990 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, 2010 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ford Festiva 2010 Kia Sedona
Make Ford Kia
Model Festiva Sedona
Year Released 1990 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1295 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 57 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 780 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 5131 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 3020 mm