2007 BMW 650 vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
Because 2007 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace. 2002 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 650 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
