1996 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 246 kg more than 1996 BMW 325.
Because 1996 BMW 325 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 1996 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens, 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, 2012 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 325 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 325 | Carens |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |