2006 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Renault Logan
To start off, 2011 Renault Logan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 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 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2011 Renault Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Logan.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2011 Renault Logan | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 525 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
