2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 595 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sedona | CC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
