1999 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 14 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 166 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (208 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Espace | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
