1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Espace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 585 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2005 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 145 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
