2011 Renault Espace vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2011 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Espace | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Espace | X5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| 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 | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |
