2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 2 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Sprinter | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
