2007 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2007 BMW M3 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP) has 264 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
Because 2007 BMW M3 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 M3. 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 M3 (366 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
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2007 BMW M3 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | M3 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |