2005 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 6 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 534 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 525 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |