2005 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Safrane weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 325 | Safrane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |