2008 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2008 Renault Espace and 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 74 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 640 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2008 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Espace | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |