2007 Renault Espace vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. 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 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Espace | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
