2005 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2008 Renault Symbol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 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) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Renault Symbol. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
