2005 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 510 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, 2006 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 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 525 | Carens |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |