2009 Kia Sedona vs. 1988 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Because 1988 Nissan Vanette 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 1988 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette. 2009 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1988 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1988 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sedona | 1988 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sedona | Vanette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2080 mm |