2006 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 653 kg more than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Grand Espace | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Grand Espace | X6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 480 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 779 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |