1997 Renault Espace vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 143 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 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Espace | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Espace | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
