1998 Chevrolet Suburban 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 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, 2012 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 116 kg more than 2012 Kia Sedona.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sedona. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Sedona |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 456 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3020 mm |