2007 BMW 335 vs. 2006 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2006 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 335 | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
