1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2012 Kia Sedona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 346 kg more than 2012 Kia Sedona.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Express 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 Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sedona. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Sedona |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3020 mm |