1994 Renault Express vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1484 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Renault Express | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | Multivan |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |