1997 Renault Espace vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 7 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Espace (166 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Renault Espace.
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 (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Espace | 2004 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Espace | V |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
