2002 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 2002 BMW 330 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 2002 BMW 330. 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, 2002 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 330 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
