2002 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 123 kg more than 2013 Infiniti IPL.
Because 2013 Infiniti IPL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Infiniti IPL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Renault | Infiniti |
| Model | Espace | IPL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
