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. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 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 Kia Carnival weights approximately 730 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 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 | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 15.2 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 | 2220 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 | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |