2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 530 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
