1999 Peugeot 605 vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, both 1999 Peugeot 605 and 1999 Renault Espace were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 605.
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, 1999 Peugeot 605 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace. 1999 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1999 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1999 Peugeot 605 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot 605 | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 605 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
