2005 Kia Sedona vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 734 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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, 2005 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sedona | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sedona | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2360 cc |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
