2001 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2001 BMW 325 and 2001 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (163 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 BMW 325.
Because 2001 BMW 325 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 2001 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 325 | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 325 | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |