2005 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz B and 2005 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz B | 2005 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | B | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
