1999 Renault Espace vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2002 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Espace would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 678 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 488 kg more than 2002 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2002 TVR Speed 12 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 2002 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 713 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Espace | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Renault | TVR |
| Model | Espace | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
