2012 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Sandero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Sandero would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2007 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 514 kg more than 2007 Renault Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Sandero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 335 | 2007 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 335 | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
