2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2005 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |
