1990 Renault Espace vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 1996 Xedos 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Espace | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Renault | Xedos |
| Model | Espace | 6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
