1993 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1993 Renault Espace
To start off, both 1993 Dodge Intrepid and 1993 Renault Espace were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1993 Renault Espace. (105 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 55 kg more than 1993 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Espace. 1993 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Intrepid | 1993 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Intrepid | Espace |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5123 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |
