2007 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, both 2007 BMW 120 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120.
Because 2007 BMW 120 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 BMW 120. 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 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 120 | Sedona |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |