2008 BMW 525 vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 18 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 275 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 525 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
