2005 Renault Espace vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Renault Espace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Impreza would be higher. 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 86 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 915 kg more than 1996 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza. 2005 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1996 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1996 Subaru Impreza 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 Renault Espace | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Espace | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
