2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Renault Espace
To start off, 2010 Renault Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Espace weights approximately 473 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 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 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Espace. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2010 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
