2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2009 BMW 325 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 2009 BMW 325. 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, 2009 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona. 2009 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sedona has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sedona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sedona | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
