2002 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Taurus weights approximately 192 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona.
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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Taurus | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Taurus | Sedona |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |