1995 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva is newer by 16 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 656 more horse power than 2011 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 550 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
Because 2011 Holden Captiva 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, 2011 Holden Captiva 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | Espace | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
