2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 88 kg more than 2013 BMW 6 series.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series 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 2013 BMW 6 series. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carnival | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Carnival | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
