2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 4 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 275 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sedona | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sedona | Venza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |