2003 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Renault Scenic

To start off, 2010 Renault Scenic 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. Both 2003 Renault Espace and 2010 Renault Scenic are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Espace (137 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Espace weights approximately 546 kg more than 2010 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2003 Renault Espace (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Scenic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Renault Espace 2010 Renault Scenic
Make Renault Renault
Model Espace Scenic
Year Released 2003 2010
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 137 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 185 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.5 seconds 10.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1761 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.1 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 60 L