2004 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2005 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 597 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.

Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW 330 2005 Kia Sedona
Make BMW Kia
Model 330 Sedona
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2983 cc 3489 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 296 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.0:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 2087 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Consumption 8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.9 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 75 L


 

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