2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2007 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Camry.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Camry. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Camry. 2009 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Camry 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 | 2007 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sedona | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
