1999 Renault Espace vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1999 Renault Espace and 1999 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 282 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane.
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 Renault Espace (208 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Espace | 1999 Renault Megane | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Espace | Megane |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |