1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2000 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Safrane would be higher. Both 1996 Renault Safrane and 2000 Renault Espace are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Espace. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 2000 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Safrane | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
