2004 Kia Sedona vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra

To start off, both 2004 Kia Sedona and 2004 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sedona weights approximately 458 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sedona.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Kia Sedona 2004 Toyota Tundra
Make Kia Toyota
Model Sedona Tundra
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3490 cc 3400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 195 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 298 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2178 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 3270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 60 L


 

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