2009 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Kia Carens

To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 533 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.

Because 2009 BMW 335 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 2009 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 335 2005 Kia Carens
Make BMW Kia
Model 335 Carens
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 172 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.1 seconds 13.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 2178 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 55 L