1995 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 15 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (103 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Espace weights approximately 42 kg more than 2010 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Espace | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 58 L |
