2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 560 kg more than 2003 BMW 330.
Because 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sedona | 330 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |