1993 Renault Espace vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Renault Espace. (105 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Espace weights approximately 96 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Espace | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | Passat |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
