2005 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
