2009 Kia Sedona vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
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 Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina. 2009 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Carina 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 Carina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sedona | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |