2006 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, both 2006 BMW 325 and 2006 Kia Sedona were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325. 2006 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3497 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
