1995 Renault Espace vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 11 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 664 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 106 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Espace | ION |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 49 L |
