2001 BMW 745 vs. 2012 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2012 Kia Sedona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sedona. (271 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sedona weights approximately 39 kg more than 2001 BMW 745.
Because 2001 BMW 745 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 2001 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sedona. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 2012 Kia Sedona | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 745 | Sedona |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |