2006 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, both 2006 Renault Grand Scenic and 2006 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic.
Because 2006 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic, 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 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. 2006 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Grand Scenic has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Scenic | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Grand Scenic | 525 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
