2009 BMW 550 vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1989 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 550 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
