2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo.
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 (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Doblo 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:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Doblo | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
