2007 Renault Trafic vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Trafic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Trafic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 320 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic, 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 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Trafic | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Trafic | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
