1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Renault Espace
To start off, 2012 Renault Espace is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Espace weights approximately 265 kg more than 1995 Buick LeSabre. 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, 2012 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Renault Espace | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | LeSabre | Espace |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |