2008 Kia Carnival vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 258 kg more than 2012 BMW 528.
Because 2012 BMW 528 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 528. 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, 2012 BMW 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival. 2012 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carnival | 2012 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Carnival | 528 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
