2005 BMW 325 vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (107 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
