2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, both 2007 Kia Sedona and 2007 Volkswagen Pickup were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 61 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1205 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Pickup has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup 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 Pickup | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sedona | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
