2009 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328. 2005 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 328 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
