1990 Isuzu Impulse 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 Isuzu Impulse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Impulse would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 900 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1990 Isuzu Impulse has manual transmission. 1990 Isuzu Impulse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Isuzu Impulse | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Impulse | Sedona |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |