2003 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2003 BMW 530 and 2003 Renault Koleos were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2003 Renault Koleos. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Koleos weights approximately 189 kg more than 2003 BMW 530.
Because 2003 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Koleos 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, 2003 BMW 530 (300 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2003 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 530 | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
