2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1972 ZIL 117
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 ZIL 117 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 1972 ZIL 117. 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, 1972 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 1972 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Kia | ZIL |
| Model | Sedona | 117 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
