2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 7 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 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 420 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand 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, 2011 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. 2011 BMW 120 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. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Grand Espace | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |
