1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 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 525 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 1965 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 1965 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Chevrolet Corvette 2006 Kia Sedona
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Corvette Sedona
Year Released 1965 2006
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6491 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 420 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 563 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 75 L


 

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