2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sedona weights approximately 91 kg more than 2007 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 2004 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sorento | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
