1995 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 634 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 95 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 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
