2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Espace (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Espace weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2000 Renault Espace (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2000 Renault Espace | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Panda | Espace |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |