2006 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 2006 BMW 325 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 2006 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2006 BMW 325 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
