1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 418 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 1998 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 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sedona.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Chevrolet Corvette 2010 Kia Sedona
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Corvette Sedona
Year Released 1998 2010
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5737 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 277 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 437 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1572 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 5131 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3020 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 80 L


 

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