2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Espace weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Espace. 2009 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2009 Renault Espace | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | Espace |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3823 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |