1988 Renault Espace vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Renault Espace. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 670 kg more than 1988 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault Espace. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault Espace. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1988 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault Espace | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Espace | Korando |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
