1991 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1318 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Renault Espace | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Renault | Land Rover |
Model | Espace | Freelander |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |