1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2011 Kia Sedona is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sedona weights approximately 584 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Kia Sedona (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. 2011 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1990 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1990 Chevrolet Camaro 2011 Kia Sedona
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Camaro Sedona
Year Released 1990 2011
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3133 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 138 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1984 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 5131 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1829 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 3020 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 80 L