1999 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 1999 BMW 325 and 1999 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 325 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW 325 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (260 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 325 | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 325 | Scenic |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |