2005 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2005 BMW Z4 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 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW Z4 (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW Z4 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW Z4 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 Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo, 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 Z4 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
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2005 BMW Z4 | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | Z4 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2489 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |