2009 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Espace would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Espace weights approximately 495 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Espace. 2009 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 Renault Espace | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Espace | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 279 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2475 mm |
