2007 BMW 525 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 525 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
