2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2009 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina 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 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 34 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Kia Sedona.
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 @ 3800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Livina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2009 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sedona | Livina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
