2002 Renault Espace vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2002 Renault Espace and 2002 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (174 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Espace | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Espace | Outback |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |