2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 525 | Clio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |