2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 403 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 870 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo. 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 Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | Alpina | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |