2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 234 kg more than 2012 BMW 640.
Because 2012 BMW 640 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 2012 BMW 640. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carnival | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Carnival | 640 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |