2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Doblo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Fiat Doblo.
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, 2009 Fiat Doblo (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Doblo | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
