1993 Renault Espace vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1993 Renault Espace. (105 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 62 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Espace | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Espace | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |
