1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 444 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 1991 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fairlane | Sedona |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2910 mm |