2008 BMW 735 vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2008 BMW 735 and 2008 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc, 2008 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 BMW 735 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 735. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens, 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 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 735 | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 735 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1793 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
