2007 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 513 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
Because 2007 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival. 2006 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | M3 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
