2006 BMW 645 vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 645 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 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 645 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
