1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2010 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2010 Renault Trafic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Trafic.
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, 2010 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 2010 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Space Wagon | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
