2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2006 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 Toyota Previa.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2006 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sedona | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
