2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1255 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 2011 Maybach 57 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 2011 Maybach 57. 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Kia | Maybach |
| Model | Sedona | 57 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |
