2005 Kia Sedona vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 8 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 739 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Because 2013 Lotus Evora 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 2013 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sedona | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Sedona | Evora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
