1998 Fiat Marea vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (93 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea.
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, 1998 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Marea | 1991 Renault Espace | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Marea | Espace |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |