1995 Renault Espace vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 666 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 253 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (320 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. 1995 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | Touran |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
