1997 Renault Espace vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 525 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. 2000 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1997 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1997 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Renault Espace | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Espace | Golf |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2512 mm |