2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1156 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sedona | Pod |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
