2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 398 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
Because 2009 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. 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 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Viper | Sedona |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |