2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2005 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento. 2005 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Seicento | 2005 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Seicento | Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 83 L |
