1990 Renault Espace vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 21 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 912 kg more than 1990 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Espace | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Renault | GMC |
| Model | Espace | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
