2005 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 147 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Espace | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Espace | Touran |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |