2005 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 3 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 618 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Carnival (310 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2078 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
