2007 Kia Carens vs. 2009 BMW 630
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Carens would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2007 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 630 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 2009 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens, 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, 2009 BMW 630 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carens | 2009 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Carens | 630 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
