2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 865 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 1985 Subaru Leone 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 Kia Sedona (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sedona | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
