2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 3 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 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. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sedona (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sedona | Livina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
