2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 17 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 522 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, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B5 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
