2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, both 2007 Kia Sedona and 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sedona | Citi |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1780 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 49 L |
