2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1093 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 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Sedona | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |