2011 Kia Sedona vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 Kia Sedona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sedona weights approximately 369 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, 2011 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, 2011 Kia Sedona (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Sedona | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sedona | 320 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1984 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
