2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 128 kg more than 2007 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carnival | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Carnival | 7 Series |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 2152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5074 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |