2012 BMW X6 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 7 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1055 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 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW X6 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X6 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |