2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
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 Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona.
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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sedona | Soarer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |