2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 Kia Carnival were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 Kia Carnival are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival, 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 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 525 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |