2008 BMW 650 vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 384 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
Because 2008 BMW 650 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 2008 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 650 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |