2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2010 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 522 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.

Because 2009 Ferrari F430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sedona. 2010 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ferrari F430 2010 Kia Sedona
Make Ferrari Kia
Model F430 Sedona
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4308 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 503 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1458 kg 1980 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4811 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2891 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 80 L


 

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