2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 790 kg more than 1988 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sedona | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
