2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2000 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 650 kg more than 2000 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Espace. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2000 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Montero | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
