2004 Kia Sedona vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 8 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sedona weights approximately 472 kg more than 2012 Toyota Venza. 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, 2004 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sedona | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sedona | Venza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
