2007 BMW M vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2007 BMW M 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace.
Because 2007 BMW M 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 M. 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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
