2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
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 Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage 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 21 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage 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 2007 Kia Sportage. 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sedona | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
