1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1318 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Berkeley | Kia |
Model | Foursome | Sedona |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 75 L |