2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 BMW X3.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X3 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.
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2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X3 | Sedona |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |