2011 BMW 123 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 6 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 123 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 2011 BMW 123. 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 123 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 123 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
