2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 254 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sedona. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sedona | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Sedona | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |