1995 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 17 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 502 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (370 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Espace | S |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
