2007 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2007 BMW 120 and 2007 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120.
Because 2007 BMW 120 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 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 120 | Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |