2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Vectra | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4811 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
