2008 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Safari weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Renault Espace.
Because 2005 Tata Safari 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, 2005 Tata Safari 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Espace | 2005 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Espace | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
