2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
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, 2007 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1990 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1990 Lancia Dedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sedona | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
