1992 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 270 kg more than 1992 BMW 740.
Because 1992 BMW 740 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 1992 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1992 BMW 740 (401 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 740 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |
