2007 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 325 | Safrane |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |