1995 Renault Espace vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 612 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
Because 2005 BMW 325 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 2005 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (246 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Espace | 325 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
