2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 78 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1969 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Sedona | Corvette |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |