2009 BMW M5 vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 BMW M5.
Because 2009 BMW M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | M5 | Sedona |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |