1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sedona. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 238 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Sedona |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |