2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2009 BMW 325

To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 225 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 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 2009 BMW 325 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. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Renault Kangoo 2009 BMW 325
Make Renault BMW
Model Kangoo 325
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Panel Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 97 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 63 L


 

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