2009 Kia Sedona vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 2009 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Caldina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sedona | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
