2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 BMW X3.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X3 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 83 L |
