1997 Innocenti Mille vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 915 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Innocenti Mille | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | Mille | Espace |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
