2006 BMW M5 vs. 2003 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Koleos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Koleos would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2003 Renault Koleos. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Koleos weights approximately 6 kg more than 2006 BMW M5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 M5 (519 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 2003 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M5 | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
