1998 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 Suburban (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4811 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2891 mm |
