2005 BMW 545 vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 BMW 545.
Because 2005 BMW 545 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 2005 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sedona. 2010 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 545 | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 545 | Sedona |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |