2000 Opel Agila vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Opel Agila is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 732 more horse power than 2000 Opel Agila. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Espace weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 Opel Agila. 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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Agila. (110 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Agila. 1995 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Agila | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Agila | Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 804 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
