1990 Renault Espace vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Espace | 2006 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Espace | 335 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
