2005 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 525 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
