2006 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2006 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
