2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 Kia Carnival were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 Kia Carnival are equipped with a 2,496 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 628 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Because 2008 BMW Z4 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 Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | Z4 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
