2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 767 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. 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 (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sedona | Alero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 94 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
