2002 Renault Ellypse vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Ellypse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Ellypse would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Renault Ellypse. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Ellypse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2002 Renault Ellypse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Ellypse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 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, 2011 BMW 325 (250 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Ellypse. (191 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Ellypse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Ellypse | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Ellypse | 325 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
