1999 Renault Espace vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 10 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 786 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.
Because 2009 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (208 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Espace | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | T5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
