2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 219 kg more than 2008 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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sedona | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
