1997 Renault Espace vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2002 Holden Frontera is newer by 5 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (166 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Espace | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | Espace | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
