2009 Kia Sedona vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 330 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sedona | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
