2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sedona 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 66 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 655 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sedona | iQ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 32 L |
