2007 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carens. 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 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens. 2007 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X5 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
