2007 BMW Convertible 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 Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona. 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sedona. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | Convertible | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
