1991 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 21 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (93 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace. 2012 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Espace | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |
