2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 515 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
Because 2010 BMW 125 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 2010 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sedona | 125 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |