2005 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 123 kg more than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Liberty | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |
