1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 86 kg more than 2007 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Buick Centurion 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 1973 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Centurion | Sedona |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2910 mm |