2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2012 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2012 Kia Sedona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sedona. (271 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sedona weights approximately 234 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Lumina 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 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sedona. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sedona. 2012 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2012 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Lumina | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
