2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sedona | Panamera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |