2007 Dodge Caravan 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 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
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, 2008 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caravan. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caravan | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Caravan | Sedona |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |