2008 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Espace 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 7 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 375 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Espace | 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Espace | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
