1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 130 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Sedona |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |