1987 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 115 kg more than 1987 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Buick Estate 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 1987 Buick Estate. 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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Estate | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Estate | Sedona |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |