2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis 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 97 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 540 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sedona | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
