2009 Renault Espace vs. 2002 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2009 Renault Espace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. 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 94 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. (145 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Espace weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Espace | 2002 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Renault | Chrysler |
| Model | Espace | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
