1995 Renault Espace vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 12 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Renault Espace. (103 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 450 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Espace | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
