2008 Kia Carens vs. 2012 BMW 760
To start off, 2012 BMW 760 is newer by 4 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 760 weights approximately 619 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 760 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 2012 BMW 760. 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, 2012 BMW 760 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2012 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Carens | 760 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
