2004 Renault Espace vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 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 2004 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Espace. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Espace. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Renault Espace | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Espace | X6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |