2004 Renault Espace vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 58 kg more than 2012 BMW 530.
Because 2012 BMW 530 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 2012 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Espace | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Espace | 530 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |