2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1994 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Kia Sephia 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 67 more horse power than 1994 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1994 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 954 kg more than 1994 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 1994 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sedona | Sephia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |
