1991 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2012 Kia Sedona is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 156 kg more than 2012 Kia Sedona.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Kia Sedona (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2012 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Land Cruiser | Sedona |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3020 mm |