2000 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 383 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (166 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 400 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (235 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace. 1997 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Carrera GT | Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
