1999 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 9 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Renault Espace. 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, 2008 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Espace | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | Espace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
