1999 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 6 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (208 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Espace | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Espace | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |