2002 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2002 Jeep Wrangler and 2002 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2002 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2002 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. 2002 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2002 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2002 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Wrangler | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Wrangler | Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
