2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Monte Carlo | Sedona |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |