2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. 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, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 1973 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sedona | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
