2000 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Espace would be higher. Both 2000 Renault Espace and 2008 Renault Espace are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Espace. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Espace | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
