1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Brougham.
Because 1992 Cadillac Brougham 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 1992 Cadillac Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Brougham | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Brougham | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2910 mm |
