2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 451 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 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 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Sedona |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |