2002 Renault Espace vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 371 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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 (250 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Espace | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Espace | Vitara |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.3 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |