2005 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2005 BMW 530 and 2005 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 BMW 530 | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 530 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |