2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 444 kg more than 2009 BMW 118.
Because 2009 BMW 118 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 2009 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. 2009 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Espace | 2009 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Grand Espace | 118 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |
