2003 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka 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 54 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 915 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ka | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
