2002 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 11 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 603 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Espace | Veloster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
