1991 Renault Espace vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen GTI 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 GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 917 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen GTI 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 GTI | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | GTI |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| 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 | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
