2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 166 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (314 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sedona | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
