1959 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 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 1959 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Chevrolet Corvette 2006 Kia Sedona
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Corvette Sedona
Year Released 1959 2006
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4636 cc 3785 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 227 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 3030 mm


 

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