2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 2 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
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 (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 2009 Kia Optima | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sedona | Optima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |