2009 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 1 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 335 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2901 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
