2009 BMW 335 vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, both 2009 BMW 335 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 335 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 335. 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 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sedona. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sedona. 2009 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 335 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1515 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 | 9.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
