2006 BMW 525 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 525 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
