2006 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 366 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.

Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 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 BMW 330 (298 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 330 2005 Kia Sedona
Make BMW Kia
Model 330 Sedona
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 296 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1812 kg 2178 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 75 L


 

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