2005 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Spider would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 529 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1999 Renault Spider | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
