2009 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Kia Carens

To start off, 2009 BMW 750 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW 750 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 750. 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 750 2005 Kia Carens
Make BMW Kia
Model 750 Carens
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 1793 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 363 HP 125 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 87 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 177 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.9 seconds 12 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 55 L


 

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