2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1995 Toyota MRJ
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota MRJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MRJ would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MRJ. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MRJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MRJ weights approximately 92 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 1995 Toyota MRJ 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 1995 Toyota MRJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MRJ. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MRJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 1995 Toyota MRJ | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sedona | MRJ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
