2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2011 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2011 Nissan Rogue is newer by 4 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, 2011 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 580 kg more than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 2011 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sedona | Rogue |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2900 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4656 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |