2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (121 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 917 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 1990 Renault Espace | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Defender | Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |