2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 510 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo, 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Kangoo | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
