2005 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Because 2005 BMW 330 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 2005 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 330 | Carens |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 87 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |