2007 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X5 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 2083 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
