2012 BMW 116 vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 798 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 116 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 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 116 | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 116 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| 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 | 116 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
