2008 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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 (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2008 Renault Espace | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Outlander | Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |