1995 Renault Espace vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 15 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 589 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
Because 2010 BMW 125 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 2010 BMW 125. 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (270 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125. 1995 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Espace | 125 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |
