2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
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 (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sedona | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
