1995 Renault Espace vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 18 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 520 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 898 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Renault | GMC |
| Model | Espace | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 83 L |
