1990 Renault Espace vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 20 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1170 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, 2010 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Espace | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Espace | X5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
