2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sedona | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Sedona | Orlando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |