2007 BMW 328 vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens. 2012 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 328 | Carens |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |