2008 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 4 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 805 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Espace | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Espace | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 37 L |
