2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 184 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Charger | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
