2005 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2000 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Renault Espace. 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 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Espace. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Verada | 2000 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Verada | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
