1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Silverado | Sedona |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |