1997 Renault Espace vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Espace (111 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400.
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, 1997 Renault Espace (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Espace | 1995 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Espace | 400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
