2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 80 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 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X Coupe | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X Coupe | Carens |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |