2009 BMW 335 vs. 2003 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Grand Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2003 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 335 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2068 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
