2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 678 kg more than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1993 Nissan Laurel 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 1993 Nissan Laurel. 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (230 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sedona | Laurel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |