2009 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, both 2009 BMW 328 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328. 2009 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 328 | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 328 | Sedona |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |