2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 266 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sedona | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| 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 | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
