2009 BMW 550 vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
Because 2009 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault 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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 550 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3499 cc |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 804 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
