1988 Renault Espace vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault Espace (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 42 kg more than 1988 Renault Espace.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Renault Espace (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault Espace | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | Megane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
