1993 Renault Express vs. 2009 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Renault Espace is newer by 16 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Espace weights approximately 995 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.
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, 2009 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express. 2009 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Express | 2009 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Express | Espace |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2870 mm |
