2005 Kia Sedona vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Kia Sedona is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1949 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sedona | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Kia | Morris |
Model | Sedona | Oxford |
Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |