2002 Renault Espace vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Espace | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Espace | X6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |