2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 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 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 111 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 406 kg more than 2009 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sedona | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |