2009 Kia Sedona vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona.
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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sedona | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sedona | Safrane |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |