2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 866 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sedona | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2590 mm |
