2009 BMW 128 vs. 2005 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 648 kg more than 2009 BMW 128.
Because 2009 BMW 128 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 2009 BMW 128. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 128. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 128 | 2005 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 128 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
