1995 Renault Espace vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 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 631 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 1995 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Espace | Forester |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
