2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 6 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 960 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 2011 BMW 550 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 2011 BMW 550. 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Kangoo | 550 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2969 mm |
