2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2010 Porsche 911

To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona.

Because 2010 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 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona. 2006 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Kia Sedona 2010 Porsche 911
Make Kia Porsche
Model Sedona 911
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3497 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 390 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1311 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 64 L


 

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