2006 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2006 BMW 525 and 2006 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 525 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |