2005 Morgan 4 vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4.
Because 2005 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Renault Espace (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 4 | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | 4 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
