2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 5 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 315 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sedona | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1709 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
