2006 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
