2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona 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 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 99 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 705 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sedona | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
