2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 105 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 1977 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 1977 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, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 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 | 1977 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sedona | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3140 mm |