2008 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 403 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival. 2005 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 330 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2083 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |