2007 Acura RL vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sedona. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 293 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | RL | Sedona |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |