2002 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Journey weights approximately 67 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Journey. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | Espace | Journey |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |
