2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 930 kg more than 2003 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sedona | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
