1996 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 22 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Renault Espace (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1999 Renault Espace | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Trans Sport | Espace |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |