2006 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2011 Renault Koleos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M5 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) has 352 more horse power than 2011 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2011 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 2011 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M5 | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
