2009 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 222 kg more than 2009 BMW 730.
Because 2009 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 730 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
