1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 615 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. 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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 146 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 83 L |
