2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Renault Trafic
To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 Renault Trafic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Trafic.
Because 2009 BMW 325 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 2009 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2009 Renault Trafic | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 325 | Trafic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |