2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Silverado | Sedona |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |