2008 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 682 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Espace | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
