2008 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Renault Scenic

To start off, both 2008 BMW 328 and 2008 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Renault Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Scenic.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Scenic. (201 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Scenic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 328 2008 Renault Scenic
Make BMW Renault
Model 328 Scenic
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 1461 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 231 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 5.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 60 L