2006 BMW 325 vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
