2012 BMW 550 vs. 2007 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2007 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 939 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 550 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 550 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 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Sandero. 2012 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Sandero has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Sandero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 550 | 2007 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 550 | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1464 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
