1994 Renault Express vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 14 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 753 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.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Renault Express | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | Touran |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |