2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 562 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sedona | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
