2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 222 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 2008 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Sedona |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |