2007 BMW 116 vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 BMW 116.
Because 2007 BMW 116 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 2007 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Renault Espace (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 116 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
