2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 169 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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 2007 Porsche 911. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sedona has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sedona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sedona | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
