2009 Kia Sedona vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 477 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sedona | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
