1997 Renault Espace vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 13 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (166 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 384 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 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Espace | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Espace | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
