1995 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 790 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
