2007 BMW 550 vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 364 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2007 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 550 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |