2003 BMW X5 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X5 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 38 L |
