2007 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 996 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X5 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
