2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 486 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sedona | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |