2002 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 395 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Espace | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Espace | Beetle |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |