2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sedona. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 399 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 2009 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sedona | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sedona | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 545 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |