2009 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 37 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Because 2009 BMW M3 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 M3. 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 M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (148 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | M3 | Carens |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |