2004 Kia Sedona vs. 2007 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2007 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sedona.
Because 2007 Lincoln MKZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKZ will offer significantly more control. 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 Lincoln MKZ (338 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2007 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sedona | 2007 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Kia | Lincoln |
| Model | Sedona | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
