2010 Renault Espace vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 740 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 2011 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Espace | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Espace | 740 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 82 L |
