2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2000 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 530 kg more than 2000 Dodge Intrepid.
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 (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2000 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Kia | Dodge |
| Model | Sedona | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
