2009 Kia Sedona vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 205 kg more than 1990 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sedona | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
