2007 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 785 kg more than 2007 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 318 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 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival, 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, 2010 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 318 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
