2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 142 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Entourage | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Entourage | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
