2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Previa 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 112 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona.
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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sedona | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
