2004 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Renault Scenic II
To start off, both 2004 BMW M3 and 2004 Renault Scenic II were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Renault Scenic II. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Renault Scenic II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Scenic II, 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 M3 (355 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Scenic II. (271 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Scenic II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2004 Renault Scenic II | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M3 | Scenic II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
