2007 BMW 130 vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 130 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 2007 BMW 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2001 Kia Carens | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 130 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
