1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 287 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 483 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 1996 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Camaro 2006 Kia Sedona
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Camaro Sedona
Year Released 1996 2006
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6276 cc 2495 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 1 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 435 HP 148 HP
Torque 576 Nm 224 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2910 mm