2007 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 450 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 330 | Sedona |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |