2006 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 330 | Clio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |