2007 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 1 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 320. 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 320 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
