2007 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2012 Kia Sedona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sedona weights approximately 219 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sedona. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2012 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X3 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
