2005 Kia Sedona vs. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 Kia Sedona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 297 kg more than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2005 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. (246 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sedona | 1999 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sedona | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2290 mm |
