2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 6 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 365 kg more than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
Make | Kia | Dodge |
Model | Sedona | JOURNEY |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2127 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1693 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |