2003 BMW 760 vs. 2010 Kia Carens

To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 760 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2010 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 BMW 760 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 2003 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2003 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW 760 2010 Kia Carens
Make BMW Kia
Model 760 Carens
Year Released 2003 2010
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 1793 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 440 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 163 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 87 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2570 mm


 

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