1997 Renault Espace vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 4 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, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 647 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Espace | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
