2004 Renault Espace vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Passat (151 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 566 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Espace. (270 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Espace | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
