1995 Renault Espace vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 640 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 275 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja 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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Espace | Baja |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
