2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Because 2008 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sedona | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
