2003 Renault Be Bop vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Be Bop is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Renault Be Bop (300 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Be Bop | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Be Bop | Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
