2004 BMW 545 vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2000 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 545 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 2004 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Safrane, 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, 2004 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 545 | Safrane |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |