2003 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2003 Renault Espace. (137 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Espace weights approximately 281 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 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 2010 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Espace. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Espace | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Renault | Porsche |
Model | Espace | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1761 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |