2006 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Renault Logan

To start off, both 2006 BMW 740 and 2006 Renault Logan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2006 Renault Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 889 kg more than 2006 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Logan, 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Logan.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 740 2006 Renault Logan
Make BMW Renault
Model 740 Logan
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3999 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 3700 RPM 5 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 162 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.8 seconds 13 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1945 kg 1056 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 50 L


 

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