1996 BMW 840 vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 1996 BMW 840 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 1996 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1996 BMW 840 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 840 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
