2005 Kia Carens vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens.
Because 2012 BMW 335 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 2012 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2012 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Carens | 335 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |