2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Express and 2007 Kia Sedona were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 447 kg more than 2007 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sedona has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sedona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Sedona |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |