1998 Renault Spider vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 750 kg more than 1998 Renault Spider.
Because 1998 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Renault Espace (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Spider | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Spider | Espace |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
