2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 29 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, 2007 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2007 Kia Carens | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 320 | Carens |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |