2003 BMW X Activity vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 2003 BMW X Activity is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X Activity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X Activity (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X Activity weights approximately 810 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X Activity is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity 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 X Activity (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X Activity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X Activity | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X Activity | Express |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
