2007 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 570 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 320 | Carens |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |