2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2007 Kia Sedona and 2007 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 10 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sedona has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sedona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Sedona | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |