2002 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Laser 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 43 more horse power than 2002 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 875 kg more than 2002 Ford Laser. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Laser. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Laser 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:
2002 Ford Laser | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Laser | Sedona |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |