1998 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2012 Kia Sedona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2012 Kia Sedona.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sedona. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sedona. 2012 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1998 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Ford F-150 | 2012 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | F-150 | Sedona |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3020 mm |