2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Carnival | 530 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
