2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz C and 2009 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Espace weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | C | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
