1990 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 15 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Espace | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Espace | ION |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
