2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 796 kg more than 1997 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1997 Renault Espace | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Range Rover | Espace |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2286 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |