1997 Renault Espace vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Espace | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Espace | 146 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
