2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2000 Renault Espace
To start off, 2001 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 1 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. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 80 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, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Espace. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 2000 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Intrepid | Espace |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
