1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera and 1997 Renault Espace were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera.
Because 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera 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. 1997 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera has manual transmission. 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera | 1997 Renault Espace | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Scighera | Espace |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |