2004 BMW X5 vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2004 BMW X5 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1951 Renault Fregate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Renault Fregate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate. 2004 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1951 Renault Fregate has manual transmission. 1951 Renault Fregate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X5 | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
