2007 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 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 | 8.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
