2007 BMW 760 vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 760 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 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 760 | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 760 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |
