1999 Renault Espace vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1999 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 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, 2010 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (208 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace. 2010 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Espace | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Espace | 125 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
