1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2000 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. Both 1998 Daewoo Nubira and 2000 Renault Espace are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Espace (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Espace weights approximately 366 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Renault Espace (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (184 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 2000 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Nubira | Espace |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
