2007 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2007 BMW 740 and 2007 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Renault Scenic. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 740 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Scenic, 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic. (271 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 740 | 2007 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 740 | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
