1996 BMW 745 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 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 745 (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 745 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 745. 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, 1996 BMW 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens. 1996 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 745 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 745 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
