2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2007 Kia Sedona and 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sedona | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
