1991 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash 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, 1991 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 340 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Espace | Splash |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
