2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 279 kg more than 2010 Ford Taurus.
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, 2010 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sedona | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
