2007 BMW 118 vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, both 2007 BMW 118 and 2007 Renault Trafic were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 447 kg more than 2007 BMW 118.
Because 2007 BMW 118 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 2007 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic, 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, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 118 | Trafic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |