1994 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1994 Renault Espace. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Espace weights approximately 41 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTD.
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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Espace | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | GTD |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
