2001 Acura RL vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 Acura RL.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RL | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | RL | Sedona |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |