2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 472 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada.
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, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 1990 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sedona | Verada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
