2002 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz V 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace.
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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. 2002 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2002 Mercedes-Benz V has manual transmission. 2002 Mercedes-Benz V 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 Mercedes-Benz V | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | V | Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2740 mm |
