2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 9 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 317 kg more than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. 2013 BMW 7 Series 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Grand Espace | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
