2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 51 kg more than 2004 Ford Freestar. 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestar | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Freestar | Sedona |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |