2002 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 267 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Espace | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Espace | Golf |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
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 | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |