2005 Morgan 44 vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2005 Morgan 44 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Espace (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 820 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Morgan 44 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 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44. 2005 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan 44 has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan 44 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 44 | 2005 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | 44 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1788 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
