2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy 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 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 635 kg more than 2008 Mazda Premacy. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2008 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sedona | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
