2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Acadia | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 804 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |
