2005 Renault Espace vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 575 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. 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 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Espace | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
