2009 Fiat Strada vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 2 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 895 kg more than 2009 Fiat Strada. 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Strada | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
