1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 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 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (189 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJR-15 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
