2009 Kia Sedona vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. 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 58 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Because 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sedona. (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sedona | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
