2005 BMW 318 vs. 1999 Renault Zo
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Zo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Zo would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Zo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Renault Zo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Zo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Zo weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 BMW 318.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Renault Zo (260 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (200 Nm). This means 1999 Renault Zo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1999 Renault Zo | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 318 | Zo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1575 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
