2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Because 2012 GMC Sierra 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 2012 GMC Sierra. 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Kia | GMC |
| Model | Sedona | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |
