1993 Renault Express vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 487 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Renault Express | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | Multivan |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |