1973 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2012 Kia Sedona is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 216 kg more than 2012 Kia Sedona.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Kia Sedona (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Sedona |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3020 mm |