2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (170 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 624 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
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 (310 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (245 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Sonata | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
