2005 Toyota Sienna vs. 2005 Kia Sephia II

To start off, both 2005 Toyota Sienna and 2005 Kia Sephia II were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 886 kg more than 2005 Kia Sephia II. 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 Toyota Sienna (325 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sephia II.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Sienna 2005 Kia Sephia II
Make Toyota Kia
Model Sienna Sephia II
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3298 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 122 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1941 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 50 L


 

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