2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 795 kg more than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 1989 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 1989 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Kia | Venturi |
Model | Sedona | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2900 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |