2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 915 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sedona | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
