2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 6 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
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 (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Sedona | Sonic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4039 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1517 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |