2008 Kia Carens vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Carens would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 2010 BMW 535 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 2010 BMW 535. 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens. 2008 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Carens | 535 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
