2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avanza would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 901 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sedona (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sedona | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
