2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 461 kg more than 2010 Ford Fusion.
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 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona. 2010 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sedona has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sedona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sedona | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 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 | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
