2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 495 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 BMW 330 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 330. 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 (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 330 | Sedona |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |