2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 151 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo, 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 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 325 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |