1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 37 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, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 96 kg more than 2010 Kia Sedona.
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, 2010 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Centurion | Sedona |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4811 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2891 mm |