2006 BMW 630 vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 630 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 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster, 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 630 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
