2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 6 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 91 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 325 | Carens |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1515 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 |