2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2009 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 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, 2009 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. 2009 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Grand Espace | 325 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
