2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 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 640 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
Because 2011 BMW 125 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 125. 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Grand Espace | 125 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
