2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sedona and 2008 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona. 2008 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sedona has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sedona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sedona | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
