2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Malibu 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 44 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 411 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Malibu | Sedona |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4811 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |