1996 BMW 545 vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 BMW 545.
Because 1996 BMW 545 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 1996 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime, 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, 1996 BMW 545 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 545 | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 545 | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
