1991 Renault Espace vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1991 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Espace | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
