2008 Kia Carens vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 3 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), 2011 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 2011 BMW 135 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 2011 BMW 135. 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, 2011 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 2011 BMW 135 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Carens | 135 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |