2005 Kia Sedona vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 474 kg more than 2005 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition 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 2013 Ford Expedition. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sedona | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sedona | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |
