2005 Mini Cooper vs. 1993 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Renault Espace. (105 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Espace weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper.
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, 1993 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 1993 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |
