1991 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 19 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, 2010 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 4 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, 2010 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | Espace | Compass |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1656 mm |
