2002 Renault Espace vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 274 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Espace | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |
