2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2003 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Renault Espace. (137 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Espace weights approximately 251 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (213 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Espace. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2003 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Outlander | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |
