2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 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 350 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
Because 2012 BMW Z4 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 Z4. 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. 2004 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Renault Grand Espace | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Grand Espace | Z4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4242 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |