2007 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. Both 2007 BMW 325 and 2008 Kia Sedona are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 455 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sedona has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sedona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
