2008 Renault Espace vs. 1998 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1998 Subaru Vivio. 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, 2008 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio. 2008 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1998 Subaru Vivio has manual transmission. 1998 Subaru Vivio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Espace | 1998 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Espace | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2320 mm |
