2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2007 Kia Sedona and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy 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 47 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sedona | Caddy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |