2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 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 31 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 413 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sedona | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
