1989 Renault Espace vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 585 kg more than 1989 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (271 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
