2003 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2004 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2004 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Chairman. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Chairman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sedona weights approximately 633 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Chairman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daewoo Chairman 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 2003 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Chairman. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Chairman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Chairman | 2004 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Chairman | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
