2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 302 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Kia Sedona (343 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Venture | Sedona |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4811 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |