2011 BMW 760 vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 BMW 760 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Carens would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 760 weights approximately 649 kg more than 2010 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 760 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 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 BMW 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 760 | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 760 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 535 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2280 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5215 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3211 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
