1992 Porsche 928 vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 230 kg more than 1992 Porsche 928.
Because 1992 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 928 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 928 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5396 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 83 L |
