2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2008 Fiat 500 and 2008 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500.
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, 2008 Renault Espace (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 2008 Renault Espace | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 500 | Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 146 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |