1999 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Renault Avantime
To start off, both 1999 BMW 330 and 1999 Renault Avantime were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Renault Avantime. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Renault Avantime. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Avantime. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Avantime. (255 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1999 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1575 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |
