2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 771 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sedona | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
