2004 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Renault Safrane (277 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
