2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 830 kg more than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sedona | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2900 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |