2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Tata Safari 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 13 more horse power than 2000 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Because 2000 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2000 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Sedona | Safari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
