1994 BMW 854 vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Renault Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 BMW 854.
Because 1994 BMW 854 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 1994 BMW 854. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace, 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 854 | 2008 Renault Espace | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 854 | Espace |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5378 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |