2005 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Renault Espace
To start off, 2010 Renault Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Espace weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2010 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
