1996 BMW 840 vs. 2003 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 BMW 840.
Because 1996 BMW 840 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 1996 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand 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, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2003 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 840 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
