2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.
Because 2010 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. 2008 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Grand Espace | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |
