2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 492 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Charger | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
