2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 Kia Carnival were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 384 kg more than 2009 BMW X3.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X3 | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X3 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |