2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, both 2007 Alpina D3 and 2007 Kia Sedona were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
Because 2007 Alpina D3 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 2007 Alpina D3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina D3 | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Alpina | Kia |
Model | D3 | Sedona |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |