2006 Renault Espace vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 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, 2002 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Espace | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 93 L |
