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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 25 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 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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 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.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Kia Sedona 2010 Porsche 911
Make Kia Porsche
Model Sedona 911
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3785 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 244 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 64 L


 

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