2008 Kia Carens vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 674 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Carens | X6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 304 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
