2002 Renault Espace vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 11 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 629 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Espace | X6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.3 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |
