2002 BMW 332 vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 345 kg more than 2002 BMW 332.
Because 2002 BMW 332 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 2002 BMW 332. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens. 2006 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2006 Kia Carens | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 332 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
