2005 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 17 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2007 Kia Carens | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
