1999 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 600 kg more than 1999 BMW 330.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 330 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 75 L |
