2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. 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 48 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1252 kg more than 2009 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 2009 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sedona. (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Sedona |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |