2009 Kia Sedona vs. 1994 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Because 1994 Ford Falcon 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 1994 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sedona. (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 1994 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sedona | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
