2009 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, both 2009 BMW 320 and 2009 Kia Sedona were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 106 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 320 | Sedona |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |