2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fusion. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sedona | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
