2006 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Duster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 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 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
