2005 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2005 BMW 318 and 2005 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Renault Espace. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 366 kg more than 2005 BMW 318.
Because 2005 BMW 318 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 2005 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault 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, 2005 BMW 318 (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Espace. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 2005 Renault Espace | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 318 | Espace |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |