2004 Kia Sedona vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1148 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
Because 2005 TVR Tamora 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 2005 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sedona | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Sedona | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
