2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | Espace |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |