2007 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Because 2007 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530. 2009 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 530 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
