1991 Renault Espace vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | CC |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
